Paddler Packet
Important Note
The documents below will be mailed to all registered paddlers by late June (or when they register, if later), but you may also download them here if your packet has gone missing or you need extra copies. The completed waivers must be turned it at the start of the event. All the rest are for your own information.
Waivers
Photo Waiver PDF (714 KB)
Release and Waiver PDF (736 KB)
American Canoe Association Adult Waiver PDF (32 KB)
American Canoe Association Child Waiver PDF (36 KB)
Event Information
Check-In & Event Details (Paddler version) – All the details you may be wondering about for the weekend are here. (If they’re not, let us know!) PDF (960 KB)
Check-In & Event Details (Cyclist version) – All the details you may be wondering about for the weekend are here. (If they’re not, let us know!) PDF (940 KB)
Gear Checklist – Wondering what to pack? Here is a list of suggested gear from seasoned paddlers. PDF (884 KB)
Safety Requirements – Guidelines that will help ensure a safe event. PDF (724 KB)
2008 Paddling Route Map – This map shows the entire paddling route for the Mississippi River Challenge and some noteworthy points along the route. We will have larger versions available at the event. PDF (1.8 MB)
2008 Bike Route Map – This map shows the entire cycling route for the Mississippi River Challenge and some noteworthy points along the route. PDF (824 KB)
Getting Around — Driving Directions
Directions (Coon Rapids Dam and Grey Cloud Island) – How do I get to where I need to go? Directions to Coon Rapids Dam and Grey Cloud Island (Cyclists, see Fort Snelling directions below). PDF (124 KB)
Directions to Historic Fort Snelling – Directions to Historic Fort Snelling from all points of the compass. Useful if you are biking the Challenge or coming to the Festival at the Fort. PDF (68 KB)
Other Handy Forms
Pledge Form — Use this for recording pledges you receive and include it when sending pledges in to FMR. PDF (311 KB)
Fundraising Tips — Tips and approaches to asking for pledges. PDF (96 KB)